Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro With Wi-Fi 7 and Major AI Upgrades

Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, introducing a major set of upgrades across performance, photography, connectivity and artificial intelligence. The new flagship models are powered by Apple’s A20 Pro chip and feature an Apple-designed N1 wireless networking chip that enables Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread connectivity.

The A20 Pro is built using a 2-nanometer manufacturing process and features a six-core CPU, seven-core GPU and a new dual 16-core Neural Engine. Apple says the chip delivers substantially higher AI processing capability, while its improved memory bandwidth and graphics performance are designed to support demanding applications, gaming and on-device artificial intelligence.

Photography is another major focus of the new iPhone. The 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera now features variable aperture, giving users greater control over light, depth and image quality. Apple has also added new Pro controls, improved computational photography and additional tools designed to help establish the authenticity of digital images.

Connectivity has also received a substantial upgrade. Alongside Wi-Fi 7, the iPhone 18 Pro introduces Apple’s C2 cellular modem, which Apple says improves cellular reliability and upload performance while using less energy than the previous generation. The redesigned Dynamic Island can also display up to three Live Activities simultaneously, while the new models benefit from improved cooling and larger battery capabilities.

Apple is also positioning the iPhone 18 Pro as an AI-focused device through iOS 27, Apple Intelligence and the new Siri AI. Siri AI is rolling out as a beta feature and can use personal context, understand what is displayed on the screen and perform actions across supported experiences. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, while the Pro Max starts at $1,299, with pre-orders beginning September 12 and availability starting September 18.